Arab Nations and GCC Condemn Attack on Gas Carrier in Strait of Hormuz
According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, regional nations and international bodies have reacted swiftly following an incident involving a liquefied gas carrier transiting the strategic waterway. The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued an official statement condemning the attack in the waters of the Persian Gulf, asserting that such dangerous actions threaten international maritime security and global energy flows. Doha emphasized that it reserves the right to take necessary measures in accordance with international law to protect its assets and interests, noting that relevant authorities have launched investigations to clarify the details of the incident.
In alignment with Qatar’s stance, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia strongly denounced the attack on the vessel, which belongs to Qatar’s national gas transport company. Riyadh voiced its firm opposition to any threats targeting shipping lanes and global energy security, while calling for immediate international community action to ensure maritime safety and expressing full solidarity with the Qatari government.
Similarly, the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the event as unacceptable, underscoring the vital importance of safeguarding navigation security and maintaining steady energy supplies. Kuwait expressed unwavering support for Doha’s measures to protect its national interests and infrastructure.
Furthermore, the Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council characterized the escalation resulting from the targeting of energy vessels as perilous. He stressed the absolute necessity of maintaining the safety of maritime passages and reiterated organizational backing for Qatar’s protective measures.
Previously, Qatar’s gas transport enterprise reported that the liquefied natural gas carrier was struck by unidentified objects on the evening of Friday, October 30, 2026, while navigating through the Persian Gulf. The company confirmed that the incident resulted in no casualties, crew injuries, or environmental damage.
